{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mililani Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":31.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9370831,"projectId":9772212,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to this project. The students have been hard at work, putting these materials to good use and learning all kinds of math, from grade 6 standards to learning how to participate in the stock market. Without your generosity, it would have been nearly impossible for the students to have made it this far through the school year.\r\n\r\nThe students saw all of the materials that this project got them and they were blown away. They never knew that generous people who funded this project existed, and that they would benefit from that generosity. They were very excited to get their new notebooks that they could use to navigate the stock market.\r\n\r\nThe students have been hard at work investing money into the stock market and have been learning about stocks, bonds, and mutual funds on top of their regular curriculum. And this would not have been possible without your generosity. So thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1759417523364,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-society-tools/9772212/","projectTitle":"Classroom Society Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Takiguchi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370831"},{"teacherId":10299082,"projectId":9787912,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity in supporting Innovative Math Teaching Resources, our classroom has been transformed into a space where math feels hands-on, collaborative, and exciting. The new manipulatives, problem-solving kits, and interactive materials are now part of our daily lessons. Recently, my students used the resources during a small-group project on fractions, building models and visually comparing equivalent fractions. Instead of simply solving problems on paper, they were proving their thinking with tools in their hands. I watched students who once hesitated to participate confidently explain their reasoning to classmates—an incredible moment made possible by you.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Gasps, wide eyes, and questions filled the room as we unpacked each item together. Students were eager to explore and couldn't wait to use the tools. One student said, \"This makes math feel like puzzles instead of work!\" That joy has continued as they discover that math can be creative, collaborative, and even fun.\r\nAs we move forward, we are using these resources to deepen our work in problem-solving and real-world math applications. Students are beginning a project where they will design their own \"mini math challenges\" using the tools you provided, reinforcing both conceptual understanding and communication skills. Your support has not only provided materials—it has empowered curiosity, confidence, and a stronger love of learning. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the bright mathematical futures of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1760693757327,"projectUrl":"project/innovative-math-teaching-resources/9787912/","projectTitle":"Innovative Math Teaching Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. P Alinabon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10299082"},{"teacherId":9469186,"projectId":9787823,"letterContent":"I am writing to share my sincere thanks for your incredible support of our classroom project. It has been a joy to watch my students' faces light up as they explore the new materials you provided. The classroom environment has shifted into a space of even greater curiosity and connection because of your generosity.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our science lessons was immediate. My students were absolutely fascinated by the Galileo thermometer; they were so excited to learn about temperature and weather through such a \"cool\" and unique scientific instrument. The new globe has also been an amazing tool for our science curriculum, significantly increasing student engagement as they use it to visualize Earth's processes and global patterns. Our new books have been a huge hit as well, drawing in readers and sparking deep interest in our current units of study.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic side of things, the social-emotional learning games have been a transformative addition to our daily routine. These games have helped my students develop essential social skills and build stronger relationships with one another in a fun, natural way. It is wonderful to see them collaborating and practicing empathy while they play. Your contribution has truly enriched our learning experience and helped my students grow both as scholars and as individuals. Thank you for making these meaningful moments possible.","fullyFundedDate":1765413099348,"projectUrl":"project/discovery-and-comfort-a-hands-on-learni/9787823/","projectTitle":"Discovery and Comfort: A Hands-On Learning Sanctuary","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vetter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9469186"},{"teacherId":9469186,"projectId":9772018,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. It is truly heartening to see our community come together to support my students' learning and well-being. Your contribution has already sparked so much joy and curiosity within our four walls.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom has been transformed in several wonderful ways. We officially kicked off our Heat Transfer unit by making S'mores, which was easily the highlight of our week. There is no better way to learn about conduction, convection, and radiation than by watching a marshmallow brown and seeing chocolate melt into a delicious state change.\r\n\r\nIn addition to our science experiments, indoor recess has become a period of genuine engagement. These materials have given my students creative outlets and interactive ways to bond, making those rainy days something they actually look forward to. Perhaps most importantly, the emotional support stuffed animals have become a vital part of our classroom culture. On tough days, these soft companions provide a sense of security for students who need a moment to regulate their emotions. Seeing a student's face brighten as they reach for a plush friend is a constant reminder of how much these resources matter for their mental health.\r\n\r\nYour investment in our students goes beyond just supplies; you have provided them with memories, comfort, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Thank you for being a champion for education and for making my students feel seen and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1759454035572,"projectUrl":"project/a-recipe-for-success-supplies-structur/9772018/","projectTitle":"A Recipe for Success: Supplies, Structures, and S'mores!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vetter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9469186"},{"teacherId":8826839,"projectId":9772024,"letterContent":"With your gracious donation of materials for our Collaboration and Problem Solving activities, my students were able to use LEGOs and the other materials to work together to plan, design and build bridges that met given qualifications. They were able to share ideas and build one bridge that they decided best fulfilled the requirements. Along with solving a problem, they were able to have fun and understand the importance of the engineering design process. Thank you again for your gracious donation.","fullyFundedDate":1759436387465,"projectUrl":"project/collaboration-and-problem-solving/9772024/","projectTitle":"Collaboration and Problem Solving","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kurashige","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8826839"},{"teacherId":7938932,"projectId":9780328,"letterContent":"Mahalo for all your support in donating to our students with snacks and crafting supplies. These much needed supplies helped us celebrate our students accomplishments for Quarter 2. This helped the students end Semester 1 on a good note motivating them to continue strong into Semester 2. \r\n\r\nStudents were able to select snacks based on how much Mana Bucks they earned throughout the Quarter. Kind of like a real job, students earn Mana Bucks for the work they do in and out of the classroom. Then at the end of the Quarter students turn in the Mana Bucks for snacks and as their entrance fee to several activities. It was exciting to see the students thrilled for the various snack choices. The craft supplies gave students that love to create the opportunity to show case their talents and create small gifts for Christmas. \r\n\r\nThank you again for all of your support through this much needed donation. It shows there is more than just teachers that care for these wonderful young students. Your donation provided much needed motivation for my students. I am very grateful from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1759602308662,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-the-good-times/9780328/","projectTitle":"Celebrate the Good Times","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Caldeira-Silva","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938932"},{"teacherId":10277240,"projectId":9754955,"letterContent":"We are using the board games, cards, and LEGOs as hands-on learning tools during indoor recess, and collaborative learning time. Connect Four helps students collaborate and create healthy competitive strategies. UNO reinforces strategic thinking. One especially meaningful moment was watching students interact with each other during free time. They got to choose their game and all of them showed perseverance, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. When the materials first arrived, students were incredibly excited—many recognized the games and eagerly shared their own experiences playing them. \r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using these resources to deepen their learning through more structured projects and reflection. Board and card games will be used in small groups to practice social skills, and students will begin creating their own simple games or rule variations. These next steps will help students strengthen collaboration, creativity, and critical-thinking skills while keeping learning fun and engaging.","fullyFundedDate":1760666121935,"projectUrl":"project/the-learning-lounge-game-edition/9754955/","projectTitle":"The Learning Lounge: Game Edition","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10277240"},{"teacherId":8354335,"projectId":9773284,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in funding these tools for my middle school STEM class. Because of you, my students can turn abstract engineering concepts into hands-on learning by designing, building, testing, and improving their own projects.\r\n\r\nYour funding has increased student engagement, strengthened problem-solving and collaboration skills, and given students the confidence to take risks, learn from failure, and think like real engineers. Most importantly, it has sparked curiosity and excitement for learning while helping students see themselves as capable innovators.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1759416646150,"projectUrl":"project/the-rapid-protyping-lab/9773284/","projectTitle":"The Rapid Protyping Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hose'","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8354335_orig.png?crop=854,854,x134,y282&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723517051413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8354335"},{"teacherId":9469079,"projectId":9777716,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my classroom. The supplies you've provided for my students have greatly enhanced their educational experience. \r\n\r\nIn my Language Arts class, students were able to create book reports explaining how the book they read somehow influenced their perspective. My students created beautiful posters using the basic supplies donated by you. \r\n\r\nAnother project my students enjoyed making shrink art keychains for a special survivor in their life. After writing an explanatory essay about traits of a survivor, my students designed a keychain for their survivor using shrink art donated by you.","fullyFundedDate":1759458107309,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-the-basics/9777716/","projectTitle":"Back to the Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9469079"},{"teacherId":9804274,"projectId":9776334,"letterContent":"My classes and I would like to thank you for your generosity this year. We are grateful for people like you who value the students and teachers, and who offer to help make our learning environments more friendly. The impact of your donations to my classroom were immediate and positive. I received a nice sized rug, and some alternative seating cushions that give the students comfort and choice in where they do work.\r\n\r\nEach period of new students that walked into the classroom cheered and immediately ran over to sit on the carpet and try out the cushions! The next question asked was, \"Can we read today?\" I rarely heard them ask for permission to read and I saw them focus on the work they needed to complete in order to get to read. They are engaged, focused and excited when they have a choice in where they sit. I notice they are so much more eager to read when they can actually relax and be comfortable!\r\n\r\nWe had a long conversation about where the seating and carpet came from and how others we will never know, value them and their learning. They had questions about why strangers would do that for them, and we had a very positive dialogue about it. They realize now how giving back to the community can impact others in a positive way. So, thank you again, for thinking of my students and being so generous. It truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1759605202400,"projectUrl":"project/inspiration-to-read-and-comfort-to-enjoy/9776334/","projectTitle":"Inspiration to Read and Comfort to Enjoy It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beamer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804274"},{"teacherId":8979725,"projectId":9777730,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donations to my classroom. Students felt seen and recognized for their efforts. That's all thanks to you! Students enjoyed having choices in their snack variety to choose from. In particular, they loved the spicy chip options and were so amazed that donors like you would support students they don't personally know. \r\n\r\nAnother thing the students enjoyed was the arts and crafts additions. They loved designing ornaments to gift to friends and family members. Students even built botanicals with the kits that you helped to provide! Again, thank you for supporting their efforts!","fullyFundedDate":1759463000603,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-all-successes/9777730/","projectTitle":"Rewarding All Successes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sheedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8979725"},{"teacherId":9967033,"projectId":9774007,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has become a brighter, more positive, and more engaging place to learn! The games have been a wonderful addition, giving students fun, motivating ways to earn rewards for positive choices, teamwork, and kindness. They've turned our classroom into a community that celebrates effort and encourages students to support one another.\r\n\r\nThe happy face whiteboard erasers have added cheer to our daily routines—students love using them on their desks, which double as whiteboards, and they take pride in showing their work in such a fun, interactive way. The bright orange ball seats have brought so much excitement and energy into the room! Students eagerly use them during group activities and independent work, and they've helped make learning more comfortable, engaging, and active. Even the step ladder has made a big difference—students who literally need a \"leg up\" now have the independence to reach what they need safely.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom now feels warmer, more welcoming, and full of joy. You've helped create a space where students feel valued, motivated, and proud of their learning environment. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on our students' daily experiences and helping them love coming to school each day!","fullyFundedDate":1759562734265,"projectUrl":"project/give-our-classroom-a-leg-up-in-creatin/9774007/","projectTitle":"Give Our Classroom a \"Leg Up\" in Creating Positive Environment!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9967033_orig.jpg?crop=262,262,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771445096601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967033"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_67109","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1635,"numTeachers":101,"percentFrplEligible":20,"percentAsian":30,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":21,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.7,"schoolId":67109,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mililani Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mililani Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/mililani-middle-school/67109"}